Learn the basic vocabulary needed to set up a dentist’s appointment
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Lesson plan overview
| Task | To learn the basic vocabulary needed to make a dental appointment (e.g., on the phone). |
| CLB level | CLB Stage I (CLB 2-4) |
| Delivery method | Online |
| Class size | 10-15 students (vary the number of activities according to your class size) |
| Estimated time | 1.5-2 hours (depending on class size) |
| CLB Skills and Competencies | Speaking: Interacting with others Getting things done Sharing information Listening: Interacting with others Comprehending instructions Getting things done Comprehending information Reading: Comprehending information |
| Language focus | Learn the vocabulary needed to understand this topic. Use the appropriate grammar structures and vocabulary to respond personally to the reflection questions. (Encourage students to respond in full sentences.) |
| Cultural focus | Students understand the questions and answers and politeness formulas expected in making an appointment in Canada. |
| Specific task learning objectives | To learn words and phrases associated with making a dentist’s appointment. To practice making appointments on the phone. To use this vocabulary in practice exercises and an open-ended role play. |
| ESL Directions original video (🎥) and audio (🔊) activities? | This lesson includes original video (🎥) and audio (🔊) activities. |
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Lesson plan
Warm-up: Introducing the topic and defining our terms
- Today, we’re going to learn about making an appointment with your dentist.
- What is an appointment?
- What is a dentist?
- What is a receptionist?
- What words do you think you would you use in making an appointment?
Skill-building activities
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- Vocabulary flashcards*
- Listen to the vocabulary again* 🔊 (Pay attention to how to say the words and what they mean.)
- Making an appointment with your dentist 🎥
Skill-using tasks
Assessment/review tasks
- Blank role play*
- Open the box (Ask students to tell you what each sentence means.)
Reflection questions
- What are three words or phrases that you learned today?
- How do you usually schedule appointments with your dentist? Do you speak on the phone. or can you book online?
- Do you prefer to see the same dentist every time, or are you open to seeing different dentists?
- Have you ever had to make an emergency dental appointment?
- Is it easy for you to speak on the phone. Would you rather speak with people in person?
- Have you ever had a toothache before?
- What are some problems you might have with your teeth?
- Do you have ways to make toothache pain better before seeing a dentist?
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